That's right. We already have the flash (not referring to M. Gordon, but kinda); we just need the anchors so our playmakers can do their thing.

Meat and potatoes on offense brings:

More protection for Rivers.

More time for our playmakers at receiver and TE to get open.

With sustained drives, this helps tire out opposing defenses.

Meat and potatoes on defense brings:

Stalled 3d and 1, or 4th and 1 when opposing teams try to run against the D-line.

Allows our secondary to build on the successes of the past season.

Will help improve our run-defense.

Drafting meat and potatoes may sound boring to those who want to draft standout WRs and DBs, but they'll make our skill position players play to their maximum potential.

This draft will say a lot about Anthony Lynn more than it will Telesco. Every year, most fans on this board are asking for beef along the lines. Even though we drafted Williams, we drafted two standouts for the OL in the next two rounds.

Anthony Lynn has already stated he's going to make improving the run defense a top priority. Something tells me that he's going to be more vocal about what he wants for the team than our past two coaches.

That's right. We already have the flash (not referring to M. Gordon, but kinda); we just need the anchors so our playmakers can do their thing.

Meat and potatoes on offense brings:

More protection for Rivers.

More time for our playmakers at receiver and TE to get open.

With sustained drives, this helps tire out opposing defenses.

Meat and potatoes on defense brings:

Stalled 3d and 1, or 4th and 1 when opposing teams try to run against the D-line.

Allows our secondary to build on the successes of the past season.

Will help improve our run-defense.

Drafting meat and potatoes may sound boring to those who want to draft standout WRs and DBs, but they'll make our skill position players play to their maximum potential.

This draft will say a lot about Anthony Lynn more than it will Telesco. Every year, most fans on this board are asking for beef along the lines. Even though we drafted Williams, we drafted two standouts for the OL in the next two rounds.

Anthony Lynn has already stated he's going to make improving the run defense a top priority. Something tells me that he's going to be more vocal about what he wants for the team than our past two coaches.

As much as the Chargers need more interior depth at DT and LB (Roquan Smith maybe) - I also think another edge rusher with Bosa, Ingram would be nice.

I see the back 4 as pretty well set with Verrett coming back; even bringing back Boston at the right dollars; WR - well another veteran possession guy might be nice; TE is good; RB is good; could use a better backup QB.

But Kicker, OL, DT/DE and LB.

I don't expect much in free agency except maybe a new Kicker, LB and maybe a veteran WR.

As much as the Chargers need more interior depth at DT and LB (Roquan Smith maybe) - I also think another edge rusher with Bosa, Ingram would be nice.

I see the back 4 as pretty well set with Verrett coming back; even bringing back Boston at the right dollars; WR - well another veteran possession guy might be nice; TE is good; RB is good; could use a better backup QB.

But Kicker, OL, DT/DE and LB.

I don't expect much in free agency except maybe a new Kicker, LB and maybe a veteran WR.

I believe we need to sign a good LB or DT in free agency, and then get the other one in the draft. Signing a good FA would give us a lot of wiggle room in the draft, and allow us to focus on the Oline. Paleopi needs to be resigned.

Draft a OT and OC and let them learn and grow together with Lamp and Feeney. Hairston can go, bring back Schoefield, Wiggins also for the right price. They are good depth guys.

I am always bagging on Benjamin and Ty Williams... but i think we keep Benjamin for another year instead of making a new hole. Let's make sure Mike Williams can play before we let him walk. Ty Williams... put a 1st round tender on him (or even a 2nd). He's a dime a dozen WR.

Tr. Williams, gotta resign. Tre Boston, gotta resign. Hayward, will have to wait another year... but I have a feeling he's probably not going to resign with us. Verrett, keep him. Law of averages states he is going to have a good healthy year... hopefully. In any case, no team is going to trade for him and besides if he's healthy he's our best CB.

Kicker.... need to either draft the kid out of Auburn or sign Matt Bryant or Graham Gano...

I believe we need to sign a good LB or DT in free agency, and then get the other one in the draft. Signing a good FA would give us a lot of wiggle room in the draft, and allow us to focus on the Oline. Paleopi needs to be resigned.

Draft a OT and OC and let them learn and grow together with Lamp and Feeney. Hairston can go, bring back Schoefield, Wiggins also for the right price. They are good depth guys.

I am always bagging on Benjamin and Ty Williams... but i think we keep Benjamin for another year instead of making a new hole. Let's make sure Mike Williams can play before we let him walk. Ty Williams... put a 1st round tender on him (or even a 2nd). He's a dime a dozen WR.

Tr. Williams, gotta resign. Tre Boston, gotta resign. Hayward, will have to wait another year... but I have a feeling he's probably not going to resign with us. Verrett, keep him. Law of averages states he is going to have a good healthy year... hopefully. In any case, no team is going to trade for him and besides if he's healthy he's our best CB.

Kicker.... need to either draft the kid out of Auburn or sign Matt Bryant or Graham Gano...

Vita Vea/Terrell Edmunds would be worth the #17 pick (& probably available there). I can see them getting one in free agency & selecting the other in the draft.

I"d prefer they get rid of Travis Benjamin & get a more complete wide out, but i see your point.

As much as the Chargers need more interior depth at DT and LB (Roquan Smith maybe) - I also think another edge rusher with Bosa, Ingram would be nice.

I see the back 4 as pretty well set with Verrett coming back; even bringing back Boston at the right dollars; WR - well another veteran possession guy might be nice; TE is good; RB is good; could use a better backup QB.

But Kicker, OL, DT/DE and LB.

I don't expect much in free agency except maybe a new Kicker, LB and maybe a veteran WR.

I think McCain and Rochell might provide the depth that's needed at DE. I've seen some games where the defense had been out there long enough that I could see Bosa looking winded. So we need the depth, but having Rochell go from being cut (I think he was cut to make room for Perryman), added to the PS, and then playing well in the last two games goes to show that the staff likes what they see in him.

If Mike Williams comes on nicely and stays healthy, then having Allen, Ty-Will, Benjamin, and M-Will looks good to me.

Having Henry and Ekeler helps the passing game a lot too.

I'm in the Martyball camp where I wouldn't mind if we moved on from Benjamin. I'm not bullish on him, but if he comes back, I like how he diversifies the WR corp. (Just no more boneheaded plays, please.)

With all the above said, think you need a RB to take Olivers spot. Maybe with a few added pounds Ekeler could be a 3 down back if needed as insurance, certainly plays bigger then his size, but would he hold up?
May need a bruiser to back flash..

I think McCain and Rochell might provide the depth that's needed at DE. I've seen some games where the defense had been out there long enough that I could see Bosa looking winded. So we need the depth, but having Rochell go from being cut (I think he was cut to make room for Perryman), added to the PS, and then playing well in the last two games goes to show that the staff likes what they see in him.

If Mike Williams comes on nicely and stays healthy, then having Allen, Ty-Will, Benjamin, and M-Will looks good to me.

Having Henry and Ekeler helps the passing game a lot too.

I'm in the Martyball camp where I wouldn't mind if we moved on from Benjamin. I'm not bullish on him, but if he comes back, I like how he diversifies the WR corp. (Just no more boneheaded plays, please.)

I agree with the bolded part.

As much as I didn't want to say this after the NE game and the KC game where he took a dive - I do think you keep Benjamin one more year. His speed is a game changer. Just no more bonehead plays. And the team doesn't need his cap money this year.

When I see the roster, RB, TE, ER and DB - seem solidified. Its really backup QB, more OL depth and of course DT, LB and possibly edge rusher.

Kicker and DT or LB depth in free agency
Extend Hayward
and have a solid meat/potatoes, no frills but solid "Desmond King/Dan Feeney" types (meaning just good football players who add to the core) for rounds 1-7 and I will be happy.

As much as I didn't want to say this after the NE game and the KC game where he took a dive - I do think you keep Benjamin one more year. His speed is a game changer. Just no more bonehead plays. And the team doesn't need his cap money this year.

When I see the roster, RB, TE, ER and DB - seem solidified. Its really backup QB, more OL depth and of course DT, LB and possibly edge rusher.

Kicker and DT or LB depth in free agency
Extend Hayward
and have a solid meat/potatoes, no frills but solid "Desmond King/Dan Feeney" types (meaning just good football players who add to the core) for rounds 1-7 and I will be happy.

I think we need another TE.... don't have much after Gates.

I would draft Troy Fumagalli out of Wisconsin. He's a good run blocker, as well as good route runner and is able to make plays in the pass game. We all know how Lynn likes to have a TE that can run (and pass) block. He would give us two TEs that can be effective in the run and pass game meaning we wouldn't lose a step when Henry subs out or gets injured.

Also (I know this gets thrown out a lot but nobody other than the Pats seemed to do it) but imagine the two TE sets that we could do.... and it wouldn't mean we are running or passing.... we could do either, keeping defenses off guard.

With strong teams like the Seahawks and Packers looking to interview, I would agree.

You can see what a good DC can do for a defense (ie, Wade Phillips with the Broncos and Rams, Ron Rivera with us, and Bradley & Quinn with the Seahawks, Bradley also with us). That makes me want to say "throw whatever amount he's asking for" to keep him.

With strong teams like the Seahawks and Packers looking to interview, I would agree.

You can see what a good DC can do for a defense (ie, Wade Phillips with the Broncos and Rams, Ron Rivera with us, and Bradley & Quinn with the Seahawks, Bradley also with us). That makes me want to say "throw whatever amount he's asking for" to keep him.

I mean, you have to look and see how special the D can be with the right DC. Both Telesco and Lynn want to retain the same coaching staff (not sure why they'd want to keep Stewart), so I imagine they understand that continuity is important.

I don't know which other DCs that are out there, who are both worthy and have expiring contracts, but Jack Del Rio and John Fox are both defensive minded coaches. I'd assume Fox might retire if he doesn't get another head coaching gig. Nothing sticks it to your former employer more than being the one who helps beat them, so he'd be a nice fit here. Del Rio was not only a former DC (for the Panthers), but he was also a linebacker's coach for the Ravens. He could help us out there.

Bradley drew some interest from the Packers and Seahawks when his contract expired on Tuesday, but the Packers have settled on Mike Pettine for their DC job, while the Seahawks don't have a DC opening with Kris Richard still in place. Richard has been connected to the Colts' head-coach gig, but he seems like a long shot. It makes the most sense for Bradley to go back to L.A.

Bradley drew some interest from the Packers and Seahawks when his contract expired on Tuesday, but the Packers have settled on Mike Pettine for their DC job, while the Seahawks don't have a DC opening with Kris Richard still in place. Richard has been connected to the Colts' head-coach gig, but he seems like a long shot. It makes the most sense for Bradley to go back to L.A.

Seattle fan said Pete Carroll's interest in Bradley at DC is to drive up his friend's market value in LA.